Dictionary Check: nurse
"nurse" is a valid word!
Scrabble
5
points
Words with Friends
7
points
Definition
noun
one skilled in caring for young children or the sick (usually under the supervision of a physician)
noun
a woman who is the custodian of children
verb
try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury
Example:
"He nursed his cold with Chinese herbs"
verb
maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
Example:
"bear a grudge"
verb
serve as a nurse; care for sick or handicapped people
verb
treat carefully
Example:
"He nursed his injured back by lying in bed several hours every afternoon"
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